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Hire a Motion Designer from Latin America

Pre-vetted Motion Designers creating engaging animations and video content — for 55-65% less than US rates.

58%
Average Savings
18
Days to Hire
$0
If No Match Found

Salary Comparison

LevelUS RateLATAM RateSavings
Junior (1-3 yrs)$5,500/mo$2,200/mo60%
Mid-Level (3-5 yrs)$8,500/mo$3,500/mo59%
Senior (5+ yrs)$11,500/mo$5,000/mo57%
Source: Nexus placement data & Glassdoor averages — Updated March 2026

Key Skills

After Effects & motion graphics
Premiere Pro & video editing
Cinema 4D / Blender (3D animation)
Lottie animations for web & mobile
Social media video content
Explainer videos & product demos
Typography animation & kinetic type
Storyboarding & creative direction

Our Vetting Process

Only the top 5% of applicants pass.

Step 1

Reel Review

Evaluation of motion design reel: animation quality, style range, storytelling, and technical execution.

Step 2

Motion Design Challenge

Timed animation exercise testing conceptual thinking, timing, and tool proficiency.

Step 3

English Proficiency

Evaluation of ability to discuss creative briefs, receive feedback, and present work to stakeholders.

Step 4

Reference Checks

Verification of project delivery, creative quality, and collaboration with marketing and product teams.

Hiring Timeline

1

Tell Us What You Need

1 day

Share your motion design needs — social content, product animations, explainer videos, or UI animations.

2

Review Pre-Vetted Candidates

7-14 days

We present 3-5 motion designers with reels matching your style and content needs.

3

Start Working Together

Day 18

Your motion designer joins with access to brand assets, style guides, and project briefs.

Pricing Plans

Starting from $2200/month

Placement

We source and vet motion designers. You interview top candidates and manage them directly.

  • Sourcing & vetting
  • Reel & portfolio review
  • English proficiency tests
  • Candidate shortlist (3-5)

Staffing

Full-service: hiring, onboarding, payroll, and compliance handled by Nexus.

  • Everything in Placement
  • Onboarding support
  • Payroll management
  • Compliance & contracts

Teams

Build a motion design team with animation, video editing, and 3D capabilities.

  • Everything in Staffing
  • Team coordination
  • Creative direction support
  • Scalable on demand

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Motion Designer cost in Latin America?+

LATAM Motion Designers cost $2,200-$5,000/month depending on seniority, versus $5,500-$11,500/month in the US. Savings of 57-60%.

What types of animation can they produce?+

2D motion graphics, 3D animation, explainer videos, social media content, UI micro-interactions, Lottie animations, and kinetic typography.

What tools do they use?+

After Effects, Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D, Blender, Figma (for UI animations), and Lottie for web/mobile implementation.

How quickly can I hire a Motion Designer?+

Average time-to-hire is 18 days. We present reels and portfolios within 7-14 days.

Ready to Hire a Motion Designer?

Tell us what you need and we'll present top candidates within 7-14 days.

Starting from $2200/month
Average Day 18 to hire
90-day replacement guarantee

Related Roles

Nexus connects US companies with pre-vetted Motion Designers in Latin America for $2,200-$5,000/month (57-60% less than US rates). After Effects, 3D animation, video editing experts. Average time to hire: 18 days. No fee if no candidate found. Updated March 2026.